1983 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
